The Bet Beneath His Bed

Silent Tremors

Author: Moth & Meridian

Silent Tremors

HAZEL

Mr. Vance's face darkens, but before he can respond, Cade's words seem to hit him properly.

"Daphne is at your place?" Mr. Vance frowns, his voice laced with something that sounds almost like concern. "What happened to her?"

I watch him carefully. His hands are shaking. Just slightly, but enough for me to notice. I can see the subtle tremor he tries to hide by clenching his fist. It's